Advice & Information

This strategy sets out the actions and activities that the Autism Partnership Board (APB) have taken so far and the six strategic priorities for future work to support autistic people in West Berkshire. The Strategy also seeks to have an impact on local services and…

The West Berkshire Autism Partnership Board have produced an excellent pack for adults who have either received a diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) or for people who haven’t received a formal diagnosis but suspect they might be autistic. Knowing what information and support is…

Most of us worry about our health from time to time, and some of us have to manage serious medical conditions. But for some people, health worries become overwhelming and a problem in itself. Health anxiety (sometimes called hypochondria) is excessive worrying about your health, to…

It is a part of the lives of many families. Whether that is having a child with autism, a partner, family member, friend or colleague. You may have autism yourself. People with autism have many positive qualities and given the right opportunities, the environment and support…

Have you ever wondered if you're autistic? Finding out if you're autistic could help answer questions that may have bothered you all your adult life. Autism is a disability. There are a number of online autism tests, but these vary in accuracy and none will…

Have you ever wondered if you're autistic? Finding out if you're autistic could help answer questions that may have bothered you all your adult life. Autism is a disability. The West Berkshire Autism Partnership Board has produced an excellent guidance pack for adults who have…

If you want to try a talking therapy, ask your GP. They will know what's available locally and can help you decide which treatment is best for you. Lots of GP surgeries provide counselling or therapy services on the NHS. If counselling or therapy isn't…

Use the green links below to access relevant information. Information for residents and businesses from West Berkshire Council Children's guide to Coronavirus produced by the Children's Commissioner Mencap have produced an easy read leaflet. West Berkshire Mencap have set up a helpline to provide advice…

Newbury CTPLD Health Team is based at West Street House, West Street, Newbury on the first floor. The team consists of Community Learning Disability Nurses, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists and Specialist Dietitians. The main objective of the team is to…